Yew Tree Cottage Borrowdale

Parked the car at the side of the house and that was the last time we needed it for the week.

So much walking (or climbing) to do from the house. Good public transport up and down the valley and easy to combine the bus to Keswick, ferry back along the Derwent Lake and a walk back to the house. The house itself is well equipped, very comfortable and nestled into the heart of the village. Hope to return soon.

Yew Tree Cottage was the first cottage we have ever booked.

Extremely happy with it and the location is great. We normally use our touring caravan, but this experience has left us spoilt for choice. Very dog friendly too. Kind Regards Diane and Trevor Maisy and Grace (Scottish Border Collies)

Lovely cottage with all amenities.

Great walks on the doorstep. Loved seeing the sheep and new lambs in the field opposite. Two beautiful gardens - one catches the morning sun and the other the evening sunshine.

Very cosy, charming and clean cottage.

Very well thought-out interior. Very well equipped kitchen. Everything worked very well.

We love this cottage and will be returning.

It’s very clean and comfortable. Despite being in the middle of Rosthwaite it was wonderfully peaceful and well insulated for sound and cold (our dog is reactive to dog barking and he didn’t hear any!). The kitchen is small but well equipped and the warm utility/boot room a useful extension as it has its own door to the outdoors, allowing wet/muddy clothing to be kept separate to the rest of the house. Location is ideal for walks on both sides of the valley and the Flock Inn next door does excellent sandwiches and scones, and delicious lamb stew.

A lovely welcoming cottage with everything you would need for a week in this beautiful area.

It is a perfect size for a family of 4. The gardens are enclosed and perfect for a family with a dog. Of particular note and usefulness is the utility/bootroom with its own entrance. My only criticism is that the lighting in the sitting room is quite dismal and more sidelights are needed. I would also like to point out that some pans need replacing as the non-stick element is peeling off and toxic. Also that only 4 logs were provided for the first night and even with the log burner damped down burnt quickly and lasted a couple of hours. Otherwise it is perfect and I thoroughly recommend it.

This is a beautiful quiet cottage in Rosthwaite in farming country surrounded by hills and obviously lakes.

The cottage is very well equipped and so cosy, it’s hard to leave it. There is a lovely tea room, The Flock-In about five steps from the front door, well worth a visit. Exploring The Lakes is easy as there are walks directly from the cottage, easy drive to Keswick about six miles opening up to the rest of The Lakes. The owners are very friendly and helpful, and you are greeted with a basket of goodies to make your stay even better! Whether you want peace and quiet or to explore further a field, this cottage is ideally suited to all your needs.

Fabulous house .

Great location .

It's an extremely pretty cottage in a lovely setting.

It's near, in easy walking distance, from a good variety of footpaths, some flat, some higher, some circular, others not. The footpaths are well maintained. Several paths are positioned along a river or lovely streams and waterfalls). The cottage is nicely positioned in a quiet village where there are a few people around but you can also be left alone for peace and quiet. There's a small shop very close by for milk, wood etc. The house is well maintained, cosy and very pleasant to be in. The owners are very helpful and friendly.

Lovely cottage in a great location.

Rob and Jude were very welcoming and helpful and we really appreciated the EV charger.

Thanks for a wonderful holiday!

I don't often post reviews, but Yew Tree Cottage was so good that I did want to take the time to do so. The location is perfect, with lots of walks right from the front door and lovely food and ice cream from the cafe a few meters away. The cottage itself was fantastic. A really nice size, great facilities, very clean and well set up. Having a boot room is great when coming in from a walk. It seems like a small thing, but the inclusion of simple basics like washing up liquid and dishwasher tablets was so helpful. I wish more owners took this amount of care with the small things, as it really makes a difference. Overall I would very much recommend the cottage and the location. Both were excellent.

Just a fabulous cottage and fabulous location!

Yew Tree cottage is in a peaceful and scenic location with many walks available from its front door.

It has retained all its period charm but is a very comfortable place to stay with good heating, shower etc. The boot room is a really useful facility giving the ability to change (and dry) outdoor gear and boots. We really enjoyed our stay.

The location of this cottage is sublime, you can just park up your car for the week and have stunning walks (and pubs and tearooms) within easy reach - avoiding the crazy busyness of the roads/more touristy bits of the lakes.

The cottage itself has its own garden(s) and a fabulous boot room that is great for dealing with muddy paws after those walks. It’s also cozy comfortable and well equipped. Good communication from the owners too. We honestly couldn’t fault it and will definitely return.

One of the cleanest cottages we have stayed in and we have stayed in a lot all over the UK.

A wonderful cottage in a fantastic setting.

It was cosy, warm and comfortable, as well as being extremely well and thoughtfully equipped. Incredible walking in all directions straight from the door, in high mountains or low level valley walks.

The owners have created the perfect holiday home.

It’s beautiful, immaculate, super clean, well equipped, warm and comforting; it’s everything you’d want and more! It’s the fine details that make the difference between a good holiday cottage and an incredible one - they’ve nailed it with all the details and fine touches to make it a special experience, rather than just ‘somewhere to stay’. The setting is simply stunning with so many walks straight from the door. When you come back from a long day on the fells, there’s no better place to come back to that’s for sure. It’s the best of the best!

Our holiday was made the best ever in the lakes because of this cottage ( we have stayed in many properties in the Lake District ) this one had everything and was the BEST .

. the attention to detail was amazing .. a great boot room for wet gear and doggies .. dog towels , treats etc and a fabulous welcome hamper for us .. A cosy lounge with wood burner . Home from home comfort . The owners Rob and Jude were so helpful . Every thing provided and a gorgeous enclosed garden for our border collie Peggy . Lovely walks straight out from the cottage . A farm shop with tea room behind the cottage too .a working farm with border collies .. Thank you .. Stephanie Graham and Peggy the collie dog .

Wonderful cottage in a beautiful location.

Lovely views from the windows and easy access to the fells. The cottage was clean, tastefully decorated and had everything we needed. Comfortable beds and 3 bathrooms. The perfect mix of classic Lakeland character and contemporary living. Large utility big enough for our dog crate and a little enclosed garden. You could tell the owners had gone out of their way to make visitors feel welcome. Parking for a car right outside the door was a bonus. Highly recommend.

Yew Tree Cottage is fabulous.

Beautifully decorated and spacious with lovely gardens and in a great location. We had a lovely time there.

Absolutely lovely cottage - very comfortable and in a beautiful setting.

Yew Tree Cottage more than lived up to its excellent listing.

The beds were very comfy, everything was scrupulously clean, all the appliances/facilities worked and were easy to use. We were also impressed by the extremely generous 'welcome' goodies. Rosthwaite itself is a lovely, quiet village with a range of walks from the front door.

We loved the cottage, well equipped, great location, and excellent communication.

Very comfortable, warm, cosy and very quite and peaceful during our entire stay.

Beautiful location, lots of brilliant walks from the front door. Would go back.

Fabulous property.

Everything was perfect . Warm clean comfortable and everything you needed. Will definitely return.

The cottage was absolutely perfect, the owners have thought of everything to make your stay wonderful.

The welcome hamper was the best we have ever had, Cottage is in a beautiful location with lots of walks straight from the door. Comfy beds and a cosy lounge with a lovely fire, the kitchen had everything you need and the boot room made everything a lot easier with muddy boots and a dog. We would love to return.

We had a fantastic stay at Yew Tree cottage which is set in the bucolic borrowdale valley.

The cottage is well appointed with everything you could need for a very pleasant stay. Jude and Rob's attention to detail and hospitality is second to none. We hope to return again next year. Karen, Carnoustie.

Would highly recommend this cottage.

It was extremely clean and comfortable and in a great position for walks from the doorstep. The owners were contactable and quick to respond to any questions we had without being overbearing. We received a wonderful welcome hamper which was much appreciated. Would definitely stay here again without any hesitation.

A lovely weeks stay with another couple the cottage is just 5 miles from Keswick and is all you could ask for very clean and tidy with wonderful welcome pack enough parking for 2 cars pub 2 minutes walk away with a couple of others a mile or so.

Excellent location for either walking or driving further to explore Cumbria. You would definitely not be disappointed if you stayed at Yew Tree Cottage.

Rob & Jude have a lovely, welcoming cottage in a fantastic location in the Borrowdale valley, near to Keswick.

Yew Tree cottage is great for walks from the door, near to a reliable bus service ( so no need to fight for parking in Keswick, at Derwent Water or at the start of walks) and has a great cafe next door. Bring the weather and you’re all set up for a great stay.

We had great stay at this wonderful cottage.

It is so comfortable with lots of extra touches which make it special. We loved the comfy beds, multiple bathrooms and especially the boot/utility room. So sympathetically renovated and cleverly put together. The welcome pack was one of the best we have encountered and the house was absolutely spotless and cosy when we arrived. We walked from the door every day. I can't think of anything I would change or add. Fabulous!! It is the perfect Lakeland retreat. We will definitely come back!!

Lovely Cottage in a great location

We had a lovely stay at Yew Tree Cottage, everything you needed for a comfortable relaxed stay.

The views from the cottage are amazing, with some lovely walks from the door step. The lovely town of Keswick a short drive away. We would definitely recommend Yew Tree Cottage and look forward to staying again in the future.

This was our second visit to this beautiful and comfortable cottage which is in a perfect location for either pretty lowland strolls or more rugged higher fell walks straight from the door.

Tastefully renovated, combining it's rich heritage with all the comforts and conveniences of modern living. Really generous and comfortable beds and a real bonus having 3 spotless bathrooms ! No queues ! Having the boot room for all our gear was brilliant and it also was a great place to store our food supplies as we were a group of 4 and all keen cooks! The welcome pack of tasty local produce and the voucher for the Flock Inn café was a lovely gesture and much appreciated by us all !

This cottage had everything we needed.

Great location, spacious and a superb welcome pack. All the facilities were easy to use and there were clear instructions. The drying room was ideal for wet days and for a doggie entrance, keeping the rest of the property clean and all the clutter in one place. The owners are extremely friendly and helpful. We will be back to this excellent holiday home.

A lovely welcoming cottage - comfortably furnished and the kitchen has all the essentials you need.

The boot room is a great, and practical, feature.

Lovely comfortable cottage in an excellent location, with a great variety of walks right from the door.

Boot room was a bonus.

A lovely, comfortable, well equipped cottage in a beautiful location.

We have stayed at Yew Tree Cottage twice now and have thoroughly enjoyed our holiday both times. The cottage is finished to a really high standard, and is clean and very comfortable. The layout is perfect, with the back door opening into the utility room it's great for wet weather days with a space for rain coats and walking boots. The kitchen has everything you could need and the lounge / dining room is comfortable, spacious and cosy with the log burner going. The bathrooms are clean and lovely, and the bedrooms really comfy. We stayed with 4 adults and a toddler, and the nice wide stairs are great for little ones too - she had a lot of fun practicing her climbing skills! The very thoughtful card and hamper was a really nice touch too which we really appreciated. The area is just breathtaking, with lovely walks all around from the cottage and a few nice pubs nearby. We would highly recommend Yew Tree Cottage!

Instructions to get to the property and for the key collection were clear and easy to follow.

We were really impressed with the cleanliness of the cottage and the way it is kitted out - the kitchen is small but perfectly formed and had everything we needed, including a new coffee machine, thank you! The utility room is fab for keeping coats and walking boots and wetsuits out of the way and the bathrooms are fitted with really good quality showers and fittings. The beds are comfy and the welcome pack provided was very soon demolished after our long drive. It's a gorgeous garden too, we were so lucky with the weather and it was great to be able to sit out with the view and a cold drink after a hot day's walking. All in all, we really enjoyed our week in Yew Tree Cottage.

Thank you for a lovely stay.

This cottage was the best cottage we have ever stayed in. It was very comfortable and clean, in a beautiful location. We went on plenty of walks from the door and had an amazing time.

A lovely cottage, nicely refurbished with a fantastic view from every window.

It was great to be able to take walks from the cottage without ever having to use a car. Parking spaces and Netflix were really nice additions as was the farm shop voucher, goodies and Prosecco. We can’t fault the property or the service of Jude and Rob and will be back (if they’ll have us?). Location was perfect with bus route to Keswick and local hostelries warm and accommodating.

Thank you for a lovely last minute holiday at Yew Tree Cottage.

We had the most wonderful week and the Cottage provided the perfect base. We will be back to visit again!

We have stayed in holdiay cottages at various locations in the Lakes (and elsewhere) and this was certainly the best cottage we have ever stayed in.

It is exceptionally well-equipped, everything works and it is very comfortable. The location is wonderful.

An amazing cottage.

It is the nicest place we have stayed in Borrowdale. I would highly recommend it.

We had a peaceful week in this lovely comfortable cottage, The welcome pack from the owners was a nice touch and we enjoyed the pasties and ice cream from the The Flock Inn just across the road.

Lots of walks from the door and a regular bus service to both Keswick and Buttermere means there is no reason to use the car. We would happily have stayed for longer and will hopefully be back.

This cottage is one of the nicest we have ever stayed in.

Very clean, comfortable, well equipt and dog friendly. Good walking in Borrowdale straight from the door plus easy access to Keswick and Buttermere by car or bus. We would certainly like to stay here again. Chris from Sheffield

This is the best cottage we’ve stayed at in the UK so far!

Very high standard, well kitted out, lovely welcome pack, great utility/drying room, awesome location right at head of lots of walking right from the front door. Amazing job - real privilege to spend a week in this beautiful part of the Lakes.

Paradise found!

Yew Tree Cottage is exceptional and so very special. The setting itself is perfect, the views are breath taking with numerous walks from the door, that with planning can incorporate both tearooms and pubs. The enclosed garden is a joy to sit in and take in the atmosphere that the Borrowdale Valley offers, peace and tranquillity. The cottage is so cosy and the utility room is a blessing if you take your four legged best friend with you for drying them down. Fabulous welcome hamper and dog treats too. I can honestly say that this is the best cottage that we've ever stayed in and it certainly raised the bar for any other cottages we may look at in the future and lastly, don't forget to look at the night sky!

A beautiful traditional cottage set in stunning scenery.

There is a great choice of walks of all grades leading directly from the door. We found the interior comfy and welcoming. Having a husky the boot room was a welcome addition to towel down the dog and remove wet clothing to dry. The welcome pack and log burner were also much appreciated. Thanks.

Yew Tree is a great cottage in a perfect location.

The facilities were perfect for us. 5 of us stayed with two dogs. The beds were big comfy and the bathrooms well appointed. I would recommend this cottage to anyone. I have rented in Cumbria Many times over the past 20 year and this is the best cottage I have stayed in.

Had a lovely week staying at Yew Tree Cottage.

Very peaceful with lovely views. Very clean, warm and comfortable. Great beds. Nice log burner (would have been nice to have more logs supplied). Decor very tasteful. Utility/drying room really useful, although having the dishwasher away from the kitchen not great. Thank you for the welcome hamper - it was very nice and the xmas decorations looked lovely. Would happily return and recommend to others.

Really lovely cottage, comfortable, spacious and well equipped.

There was a lovely suprise gift of a tray of goodies which was a really nice touch.

Fabulous well maintained and well equipped cottage - felt very homely.

Fabulous location - walks galore from your doorstep and a pub up the road - and also right near a bus stop. Would definitely return. If you're looking for constructive feedback, the things we would note given the 4 star rating are: 1. Needs a bigger fridge - this is a cottage for 5 people - the fridge wasn't big enough for two of us. 2. Needs a DVD player. 3. Needs more than 3 loo rolls if more than 2 people are staying. 4. Needs a new frying pan. 5. Albeit the thought of a welcome pack was very much appreciated (and unexpected), we're vegan so having dairy milk and non-vegan products left for us wasn't great - just needs more consideration.

This cottage is perfect - location and facilities were excellent with the best welcome pack ever.

We have already looked at booking for next year but are totally appalled by the price increase of about £500 for the same week ! Really? You will sadly upset customers who always holiday in the UK and that is why I will be reluctant to recommend you. So sad and disappointed.

Fantastic quality from the cleanliness to the furniture & appliances, every detail had been considered and we had a wonderful stay.

Location was also perfect in the beautiful Borrowdale valley, would highly recommend!

The cottage is in a beautiful location with many walks from the doorstep.

The owners provided a welcome pack. We found the cottage had everything we needed, the boot room was very useful. There is now extra seating in the garden.

Really well appointed cottage in an excellent location with idillic walks from the Doorstep in every direction.

Nice treats provided on arrival.

Beautiful cottage set amongst a small settlement in a great location!

The cottage was very clean and well equipped. Lovely showers with lots of hot water. Very comfortable beds. Towels and bed linen provided. Boot room with separate access - very useful for muddy boots and dogs. Garden with bench seating surrounded by countryside. Small tea room nearby. Lots of great walks from the cottage.

Thank you very much for this lovely holiday.

We had a marvelous time and the weather was very good. Plenty of walking, running and general enjoyment.

The cottage is extremely comfortable and well-equipped in a wonderful location.

Lovely garden and plenty of room for 5 adults with very comfy beds and 3 bathrooms for all. The utility room was so useful and the house spotless and homely.

A beautiful little cottage in the heart of Borrowdale.

Perfectly located for many walks straight from your door such as Castle Crags and Watendlath. The cottage is very well equipped and comfortable and the boot room is great. Confortable beds and a separate shower room downstairs as well as full bathroom upstairs.Wehad a lovely welcome pack left for us. I would recommend the property without any hesitation.

A really lovely cottage in a small village,the cottage is delightful, recently modernised and fitted out with care and attention.

Very thoughtful welcome pack,even towels left for dog.Road from Keswick needs to be taken with care,burst a tyre on rough stone kerbing avoiding a pothole. Only thing we felt was missing from the cottage was an outside table and chairs,there is only a bench.

Booking process was very easy with Sykes.

I forgot to add the bed configuration on the booking so called to give this and the customer service lady couldn't have been more helpful. We had an amazing stay and felt very lucky to have secured 4 nights at a relatively late stage. Loved the welcome gifts. Cottage was very comfortable, beds were lovely (husband wants a new mattress at home now!), all very well equipped. The drying/boot room is an extremely handy space for storage. Great walks straight out of the door, very quiet at night apart from the owls. The garden is pretty dog secure as long as you have a dog that won't jump over an approx 4ft wall, we pulled the garden bench away from the wall so our hound wouldn't even consider it but if you have an escapologist for a dog then it might be a bit more tricky.

Cottage is excellent.

The communication with Lakelovers/Sykes was very poor. Failed to respond to 2 emails and don’t answer the phone. I would always choose another platform before them again.

This cottage is beautiful!

Equipped with everything you need and decorated with a luxurious touch. The boot room is so useful for all of your walking kit- which is needed as there is so much beautiful walking to be done straight from the door! The welcome hamper was much appreciated and made for a lovely start to a perfect, cosy Christmas in the heart of Lakeland. Thank you!

Fantastic little cottage, in a stunning location.

Interior and cleanliness to a very high standard. Cottage situation in a quiet village, with local pub in walking distance. Lovely views and walks straightout the front door. A lovely hamper, milk etc already provided on arrival. Cant wait to return.